Mentos PowerBank

by betmac in Circuits > Mobile

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Mentos PowerBank

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this is my first time doing an instructable so go easy on me

Stuff You Need

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18650 3.7v 2200mah (from old laptop battery)
1A lithium charging module ($1.39 dx.com)
0.9v - 5v step up boost module ($1.99 dx.com)
slide switch ( from a broken toy)
Mentos chewing gum container

Wiring

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solder wires into module and battery + to + and - to - dont put it on backwards unless you want your modules to get toasted

Stuffing Everything Inside

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this is the hardest part for me since the container is too small. but you can figure it out.

Done!

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dont expect this to full charge your phone. when charging the powerbank red led means charging and green for full